Two Injured in Accidental Homemade Firearm Discharge in Phuket
A 21-year-old man and his 18-year-old girlfriend were injured in Thalang, Phuket, after a homemade firearm accidentally discharged.
On November 10, 2026, local authorities in Thalang, Phuket, responded to an incident involving an accidental firearm discharge at a residence in Ban Khuan, Thep Krasattri sub-district. According to Khaosod Online, police were notified by emergency responders that two individuals, identified as 21-year-old Mr. Pitikorn and 18-year-old Ms. Warinlada, had sustained injuries from a homemade handgun. Both victims were transported to Thalang Hospital for medical treatment. Upon inspecting the scene, police discovered the homemade firearm along with two 12-gauge shotgun shells and five .22 caliber rounds, which were subsequently seized as evidence. While the investigation into the circumstances of the discharge is ongoing, the incident highlights the risks associated with the presence of improvised weapons in residential areas. For residents and visitors, this event serves as a reminder of the potential dangers posed by illegal or homemade firearms. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the specific cause of the discharge or the current medical status of the victims. The case remains under investigation by the Thalang Police Station to determine if further legal action is required.
